The new BS8599-1 compliant kits are effective from 30th June 2011 with a transitional introduction period until 31st December 2011. This standard replaces the BHTA-HSE kits 10, 20 and 50, that are currently universally used in the UK and are based on the HSE guidelines. The Current BHTA standard was published in 1997 and is long overdue a review. The BHTA standard will be withdrawn from 31st December 2011. {Regulations:} The Health and Safety (First Aid) regulations 1981 states:- An employer shall provide or ensure that there are provided such equipment and facilities as are adequate and appropriate in the circumstances for enabling first aid to be rendered to his employees if the are injured or become ill at work. The new first aid kits are now the only safe and clear way for an employer to meet their obligations. The HSE position: The Health and Safety Executive have been closely involved in the creation of this standard, being members of the standards committee. The current guidelines contained in document L74 from the HSE are met and exceeded by the new standard. Why did we need a new standard? Despite many EU states having a national standard for workplace first aid kits, until now, the UK did not. The BHTA guidelines, established in 1997 were in need of revision because training protocols have changed, there are heightened concerns with infection control and new technology is now available at affordable prices. There were only one pair of gloves in a 10 person kit – yet 33 dressings. There were 4 triangular bandages – even though the training protocols no longer indicate their use for immobilization of lower limb fractures. Burns gel dressings are extensively used in first aid – now very available and affordable.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Additional information
| Weight | 1.22 kg |
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| brand | Reliance Medical |
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